Born and raised in Maryland, Old Bay pumps through my veins, and I have more flag apparel than I care to admit. Deep community connections have led me to award-winning stories on veterans' mental health and a secret skate park. I've been a Patch reporter since June 2020, covering Anne Arundel County and Baltimore County with a focus on feature stories and business news. The Maryland-Delaware-DC Press Association has recognized my work with nine first-place prizes and three second-place honors for excellence in journalism.
I graduated from the University of Delaware in May 2020 with a degree in media communication and minors in journalism and political science. I interned at FOX Sports, The Delaware News Journal and The Philadelphia Inquirer. I also led my college newspaper, The Review, as editor-in-chief during my senior year.
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These controversial apartments won't get any more money from Baltimore County. Leaders say the proposed affordable housing is too expensive.
Over 100 rays died in Anne Arundel County waterways, causing a strong odor. Officials think they know what caused the die-offs.
A school custodian is accused of exchanging inappropriate photos with a student. He now faces 13 charges in Baltimore County.
Two males were hospitalized after unrelated Annapolis shootings, police said. One is unlikely to survive.
A missing swimmer was found dead in a reservoir near the Baltimore County line. He was 20 and was swimming with friends, a report said.
A restaurant reopened after being closed for nearly a year in Anne Arundel County. The eatery is under new and local ownership.
"If I can get home in time to tuck my daughter into bed, ... I'll come home." Johnny Olszewski opened up on his first 6 months in Congress.
BWI Airport is undergoing a major security change. Travelers could have one less step at TSA checkpoints.
Two people died in a murder-suicide in Baltimore County, police said. Officers identified the men, who were both in their 30s.
A hiker from Anne Arundel County was found dead at a VA national park, officials said. He was 61 years old and had been reported missing.
Flash flooding is possible as thunderstorms roll through Maryland with rainfall rates of 2 inches an hour, prompting a flood watch.
A Maryland airport is getting a "transformational" safety upgrade. See pictures of the $22 million project at this Baltimore-area airport.
A “heroic” father was killed in a Glen Burnie fire. He re-entered the burning home to search for his family, a report said.
Remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal could dump up to 5 inches of rain on Maryland. Flash flooding and rip currents are possible.
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Is transit running on Independence Day? Are post offices and trash pickup affected? Here are the holiday changes in Baltimore County.
Is transit running on Independence Day? Are post offices and trash pickup affected? Here are the holiday changes in Towson.
Is transit running on Independence Day? Are post offices and trash pickup affected? Here are the holiday changes in Perry Hall.
Is transit running on Independence Day? Are post offices and trash pickup affected? Here are the holiday changes in Anne Arundel County.
Is transit running on Independence Day? Are post offices and trash pickup affected? Here are the holiday changes in Odenton and Severn.